A copy of the last will and testament of Judith Ball in which she bequeaths household furniture and pistols to her son John Coming Ball, furniture and chinaware to her daughter Jane Ball, and the enslaved man Jacob and the enslaved women Rinah and Violet to her daughter Eleanor Ball. The remainder of the will divides Judith Ball's money and estate among her children and appoints her executors.
The last will and testament of Elias Ball II in which he divides Comingtee, Limerick and Kensington Plantations among his sons Elias Ball III, Isaac Ball and John Ball. He leaves his daughter Lydia Lot No. 49 in Charlestown and refers to the enslaved persons outlined in his late wife's will. Elias Ball II also leaves his pew in the middle aisle of St. Philips Church to his son Elias Ball III and bequeaths his "negro wench named Priscilla," "negro wench called Esther," "negro wench called Bena," negro wench named Auba" and any enslaved man upon their selection to his children. The will also outlines that Elias Ball II's executors are to purchase "young slaves" from time to time.
Plat of 250 acres on Wadmalaw Creek. Includes short explanation, but plat itself includes very little details. Names associated with this plat are Hugh McDowel, James McDowel, James Carson, Dalziel Hunter, James Young and Ellis.
Plan of Cotton Hope Plantation on Hilton Head Island with no acreage included. Details include a marsh, swamp, and surrounding lands. Names associated with this plat are Hugh McDowel, William Horton, and Thomas Rorksdale.
